Abstract

A removable portable security device (60, 90, 110, 120) for installation in a machine (10) for dispensing, receiving or recycling cash, wherein the machine (10) includes a cash space for storing cash, the security device (60, 90, 110, 120) comprising: a detection system (66, 100, 114, 124) for detecting unauthorised interference with the machine (10); and a cash protection system (68, 92, 112, 122) configured to activate on detection by the detection system (66, 100, 114, 124) of unauthorised interference with the machine, wherein the security device (60, 90, 110, 120) is configured to occupy part of the cash space of the machine (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• E05G 1/12 - Safes or strong-rooms for valuables with fluent-material releasing, generating or distributing means, e.g. fire-retardant or fire extinguishing means
• G07D 11/125 - Secure containers
• G07D 11/225 - Means for sensing or detection for detecting or indicating tampering
• G07F 19/00 - Complete banking systems; Coded card-freed arrangements adapted for dispensing or receiving monies or the like and posting such transactions to existing accounts, e.g. automatic teller machines
• G08B 13/14 - Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles
• G08B 25/10 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using wireless transmission systems
• G08B 21/16 - Combustible gas alarms
• G07G 3/00 - Alarm indicators, e.g. bells
• E05G 1/00 - Safes or strong-rooms for valuables
• E05G 1/10 - Safes or strong-rooms for valuables with alarm, signal, or indicator